Frustrations

They happen. Sometimes, too frequently, but what can we do? One thing I am learning is to find something to be thankful for in the midst of troubles and times when I am down. This is something I cannot escape from lately. One frustration leads to another and I can't get away. So, as I sit here and contemplate what I am doing and where I am going with my life,  I am looking for the many things for which to be thankful. Although I may not like the school I am attending, at least I am getting an education. Although I may hate the top bunk bed, at least I have a place to lay my head. Although I may hate my job some days, at least I am getting paid. Although I feel alone, at least I have a family back home who loves and supports me. There is so much to be thankful for and yet I sit here and drown in my sorrows because I am not where I want to be. God has a timing for everything and I am trying to be ever so patient. I believe there is a lesson to learn through all of this, though I may not see it yet.

All too often I want to cry because I feel like I don't know what I want, because I can't make decisions, because I feel lonely, but God is always present. I am WEAK, but he makes me strong. All I can do is pray for direction, strength, and patience.

Frustrations are okay.

Reminiscing

2010 brought many great things.

1. I got a nephew! Probably the best part of the whole year.      
                                    
2. I got my braces off. Not that big of a deal, but exciting to me!
                                     
                                      

3. GRADUATED HIGH SCHOOL!

                                               

4. Said goodbye to my best friend who left me for the University of New Mexico :(

5. Began a relationship with the most amazing man!

6. Went off to college!

These are just a few things that have greatly impacted my life. 2010 brought many hardships, but many more great times. I am so thankful for each and every event for bringing me to where I am today. Here's to 2011!